Rangers in serious talks with Angels to re-acquire Josh Hamilton

The Rangers are reportedly a team interested in trading for the embattled outfielder.

The Angels are in discussions to potentially part ways with outfielder Josh Hamilton, according to CBSSports.com Baseball Insider Jon Heyman. The Angels could look to either trade or buy out Hamilton's contract.

The Rangers are close to trading for Hamilton, Heyman confirms. The news of a Rangers trade was first reported by MLB.com. However, MLB.com reports there is a lot of legal work to be done and no announcement on a deal is pending. Hamilton was a five-time All-Star for the Rangers from 2008-12.

The Angels have not been happy since the news broke in February that Hamilton suffered a drug relapse. Major League Baseball made the announcement in early April that Hamilton will not be suspended for the relapse since it did not violate his drug treatment program.

Hamilton has yet to play this season, as he is working his way back from shoulder surgery. Hamilton is rehabbing in Houston and could begin full baseball activities next week, if a trade to the Rangers is finalized, sources told FOX Sports.